Meanwhile, Gulfstream's new G250 super mid-size jet accomplished its first transatlantic crossing en route to the NBAA convention in Atlanta. The aircraft flew 6192 nautical miles squawk-free three legs over 14 hrs and 31 minutes.The large –cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G250 is built in conjunction with partner Israel Aerospace Industries.
After the convention, the aircraft departed for far-field noise testing in Bakersfield, Calif., followed by high-field testing in Colorado and then interior acoustic testing back in Savannah .Following a brief stay in Savannah, the aircraft returned to Tel Aviv.
Cessna Introduces The Citation Ten
In keeping with the large-cabin theme of last years National Business Aviation Association convention, Cessnas major announcement of the show was an extensive upgrade of its flagship bizjet. In fact, Cessna said the makeover of the Citation X was so complete that it considered the new model, called the Citation Ten, to be a new aircraft."The launch of the Citation Ten is an example of our commitment, repeated throughout the recent downturn, to new product development ,and it's a signal that we intend to do what we need to do to maintain a general aviation industry leadership position," CEO Jack Pelton said.
The Ten is about 380 mm longer than the existing X model, has a new cockpit, cabin and engines and is projected to be about 19 knots faster than the X, which may allow Cessna to hang on to its claim to have the "fastest certified business jet" with a maximum cruise of just under 0,92.Cessna officials declined to speculate on the maximum operating speed of the new plane but Pelton has said that the company intends to defend the speed title and the extra 19 knots(at 49000 feet) might be enough to nudge past the Mach 0,925 projected for the Gulfstream G650.
Revamped Rolls-Royce AE3007C2 high-flow fan turbines will provide the push and also provide direct climb to 45000 feet.The Ten is the launch airplane for Garmin's new G5000 systems, which is its first foray into the part 25 market. It features three 14-inch screens with synthetic vision standard. A new cabin management system includes touch –screen controllers at each seat, new galley designs and lavatories and different seating geometry to enhance comfort.
Cessna also announced the selection of Winglet Technology's Elliptical Winglet design for the Citation Ten which will utilize the Elliptical Winglet originally developed and certified by Winglet Technology and Cessna during a collaborative FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) project.
The Elliptical Winglet shape provides superior aerodynamic performance across a broad range of Mach numbers and operating conditions. The Elliptical shape ensures the lift distribution of the wing closely matches optimum lift distribution along the span of the wing, which minimizes the induced drag of the aircraft. The resulting drag reduction enhances the overall operational performance and translates into the several performance improvements which include increased speed at higher altitudes resulting in a further 12 knots at ISA temperatures; up to 20 knots at ISA+ 10 temperatures and improved hot day/ high altitude takeoff performance. Increased range capability is another benefits resulting in, for example, an increase of up to 220 nm for four passengers, NBAA IFR reserves, ISA temperature.
Higher initial flight levels are attainable with the new winglets enabling the Citation Ten to climb at maximum takeoff weight direct t FL 430 at MTOW and ISA+10 temperature direct to FL 450; direct to FL470@ 34400 lbs and ISA temperatures, as well as dramatically reduced time-t-climb figures such as 37 minutes to FL430 instead of 137 minutes at MTOW and ISA+10 temperature and 27 minutes instead of 84 at MTOW and ISA temperatures. Even better, the Ten can now climb to FL470 at a weight of 34000 pounds in 31 minutes instead of 138 minutes.
Even as he was announcing the new Citation Ten, Pelton told the press that "staggeringly low" prices on late model aircraft across the size and type spectrum continued to make for a dismal market for new aircraft. Pelton said Cessna had expected a stronger recovery last year, but now accepts the recovery would not be the V-shaped snapback it had hoped for.
Hawker 200 Unveiled
An updated version of the Beech Premier that Hawker Beech craft says is "worthy of being called a Hawker "was one of several surprise small aircraft announcements at this years NBAA convention in Atlanta.The Hawker 200 will be a littlefaster, have a little more range and fly a little higher than its predecessor, Hawker Beech craft VP of sales, Shawn vick, told a news conference. The aircraft will also have an updated interior.
He said 95% of bizjet flights were shorter than 1000 miles and carried three or fewer passengers, thus the Hawker 200 would fit that niche while offering greater performance and comfort than competitors. The aircraft will sell for $7, 55-million.Certification is scheduled for late 2012 and deliveries will start in 2013.Vick also announced a new short-field King Air model he said would open up 1100 more airports to the venerable turboprop twin.
With engine induction enhancements, composite winglets and propellers, Vick said the sea-level takeoff distance of the King Air 250 was just 644 metres (over a 15-m object) and it was about 305 m longer at 5000 feet.Meanwhile, HBCs CEO, Bill Boisture, said the company was making up, in part, for the emphasis on its military and government business. He said the attack version of the Texan-11 trainer had performed almost flawlessly in recent tests and the recon and surveillance version of the King Air 350 continued to find new markets.
After the convention, the aircraft departed for far-field noise testing in Bakersfield, Calif., followed by high-field testing in Colorado and then interior acoustic testing back in Savannah .Following a brief stay in Savannah, the aircraft returned to Tel Aviv.
Cessna Introduces The Citation Ten
In keeping with the large-cabin theme of last years National Business Aviation Association convention, Cessnas major announcement of the show was an extensive upgrade of its flagship bizjet. In fact, Cessna said the makeover of the Citation X was so complete that it considered the new model, called the Citation Ten, to be a new aircraft."The launch of the Citation Ten is an example of our commitment, repeated throughout the recent downturn, to new product development ,and it's a signal that we intend to do what we need to do to maintain a general aviation industry leadership position," CEO Jack Pelton said.
The Ten is about 380 mm longer than the existing X model, has a new cockpit, cabin and engines and is projected to be about 19 knots faster than the X, which may allow Cessna to hang on to its claim to have the "fastest certified business jet" with a maximum cruise of just under 0,92.Cessna officials declined to speculate on the maximum operating speed of the new plane but Pelton has said that the company intends to defend the speed title and the extra 19 knots(at 49000 feet) might be enough to nudge past the Mach 0,925 projected for the Gulfstream G650.
Revamped Rolls-Royce AE3007C2 high-flow fan turbines will provide the push and also provide direct climb to 45000 feet.The Ten is the launch airplane for Garmin's new G5000 systems, which is its first foray into the part 25 market. It features three 14-inch screens with synthetic vision standard. A new cabin management system includes touch –screen controllers at each seat, new galley designs and lavatories and different seating geometry to enhance comfort.
Cessna also announced the selection of Winglet Technology's Elliptical Winglet design for the Citation Ten which will utilize the Elliptical Winglet originally developed and certified by Winglet Technology and Cessna during a collaborative FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) project.
The Elliptical Winglet shape provides superior aerodynamic performance across a broad range of Mach numbers and operating conditions. The Elliptical shape ensures the lift distribution of the wing closely matches optimum lift distribution along the span of the wing, which minimizes the induced drag of the aircraft. The resulting drag reduction enhances the overall operational performance and translates into the several performance improvements which include increased speed at higher altitudes resulting in a further 12 knots at ISA temperatures; up to 20 knots at ISA+ 10 temperatures and improved hot day/ high altitude takeoff performance. Increased range capability is another benefits resulting in, for example, an increase of up to 220 nm for four passengers, NBAA IFR reserves, ISA temperature.
Higher initial flight levels are attainable with the new winglets enabling the Citation Ten to climb at maximum takeoff weight direct t FL 430 at MTOW and ISA+10 temperature direct to FL 450; direct to FL470@ 34400 lbs and ISA temperatures, as well as dramatically reduced time-t-climb figures such as 37 minutes to FL430 instead of 137 minutes at MTOW and ISA+10 temperature and 27 minutes instead of 84 at MTOW and ISA temperatures. Even better, the Ten can now climb to FL470 at a weight of 34000 pounds in 31 minutes instead of 138 minutes.
Even as he was announcing the new Citation Ten, Pelton told the press that "staggeringly low" prices on late model aircraft across the size and type spectrum continued to make for a dismal market for new aircraft. Pelton said Cessna had expected a stronger recovery last year, but now accepts the recovery would not be the V-shaped snapback it had hoped for.
Hawker 200 Unveiled
An updated version of the Beech Premier that Hawker Beech craft says is "worthy of being called a Hawker "was one of several surprise small aircraft announcements at this years NBAA convention in Atlanta.The Hawker 200 will be a littlefaster, have a little more range and fly a little higher than its predecessor, Hawker Beech craft VP of sales, Shawn vick, told a news conference. The aircraft will also have an updated interior.
He said 95% of bizjet flights were shorter than 1000 miles and carried three or fewer passengers, thus the Hawker 200 would fit that niche while offering greater performance and comfort than competitors. The aircraft will sell for $7, 55-million.Certification is scheduled for late 2012 and deliveries will start in 2013.Vick also announced a new short-field King Air model he said would open up 1100 more airports to the venerable turboprop twin.
With engine induction enhancements, composite winglets and propellers, Vick said the sea-level takeoff distance of the King Air 250 was just 644 metres (over a 15-m object) and it was about 305 m longer at 5000 feet.Meanwhile, HBCs CEO, Bill Boisture, said the company was making up, in part, for the emphasis on its military and government business. He said the attack version of the Texan-11 trainer had performed almost flawlessly in recent tests and the recon and surveillance version of the King Air 350 continued to find new markets.
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